My background is in languages and performing arts. I began studying English at age 8, French at 13, German at 15, and have been self-taught in Spanish since age 10. I come from a family with a long tradition in teaching and have always been encouraged to study and learn, while at the same time inheriting and developing a strong capacity to explain, train, and encourage.
Since graduating my Master's course in 2011 I have been working as a self-employed language tutor in and around London and have always received more than positive feedback from my clients. My tutees' ages range from four to seventy-four and I constantly endeavour to improve myself and adapt my teaching method to my client's needs.
Some more client reviews:
David
21/03/2020
5/5 Rating
"I`ve been doing Romanian with Maria for a few months now, initially face to face and now via Skype. I enjoy my lessons a great. Maria has excellent teaching skills, prepares well for the class, and provides me with good feedback. Aside from that, the lessons are fun and I look forward to them. Would definitely recommend."
Toni
20/09/2018
5/5 Rating
"Only had 3 lessons but I`m loving the way Maria breaks everything down and explains it. She fills me with confidence by focusing on the positive from the lessons. Thank you for everything so far :)"
John
14/05/2018
5/5 Rating
"Maria is an excellent tutor, already 2 lessons in and I am picking up the basics quickly!"
Rebecca
01/04/2018
5/5 Rating
"Prompt, organised, professional and a great teacher!"
Arshad
22/02/2018
5/5 Rating
"Very professional tutor
Highly recommended"
Otis
26/12/2017
5/5 Rating
"Maria is an excellent tutor. She is very knowledgeable and her lessons are always well structured and enjoyable. She has a genuine passion for languages which is evident in her thorough preparation for each lesson. I would recommend Maria."
Polly
24/10/2017
5/5 Rating
"Maria has been great so far!!!"
Tracey
22/05/2017
5/5 Rating
"Maria is an excellent tutor. She is very punctual and happy to be flexible with the times we can meet. She is very patience and her explanations are concise and clear. I would have no hesitation in reommending her."
Mihaela
14/11/2016
5/5 Rating
"Maria is a very punctual and organised tutor and my daughter is making good progress. She is friendly and supportive and I would definitely recommend her."
Phillip
31/03/2016
5/5 Rating
"Absolute great tutor, who was professional, personable and patient! Highly recommended."
Evita
05/11/2015
5/5 Rating
"Maria is teaching German to me and my 7-year old daughter both had no previous knowledge and I can suggest her as fast progressing learning teacher. She is strict and well prepared. It`s been a pleasure working with her."
Luke
23/08/2015
5/5 Rating
"Amazing tutor, highly professional and well qualified! worth her weight in gold!"
Spiros
07/08/2015
5/5 Rating
"I THE LIKE THE WAY MARIA GOES THROUGH THE LESSON, AND SHE EXPLAINS EVERYTHING, ALSO SHE IS ALWAYS ON TIME AND FLEXIBLE WITH THE HOURS SHE DOES.
VERY PLEASED, THANK YOU."
James
20/07/2015
5/5 Rating
"Maria is efficient, focused and hardworking. My 14 year old daughter enjoys her lessons with Maria."
I have a degree in translating/interpreting and have been working as a private language tutor for almost ten years. I have tutored students of various ages and backgrounds with excellent exam results and successful outcomes in terms of language fluency.
EDUCATION
• September 2010 - September 2011 : Master's Degree in Acting
East 15 Acting School, University of Essex
• September 2007 - July 2010 : Bachelor's Degree in Acting
"Spiru Haret" University, Bucharest, Romania
• September 2006 - June 2009 : Bachelor's Degree in
Language Interpretation and Translation (English / German)
University of Bucharest, Romania
• July 2006: Baccalaureat
“Mihai Eminescu’ National College, Buz?u, Romania
English, French, Literature, History
CERTIFICATION
Child Safeguarding, 2017
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency English, March 2007, British Council
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